Volunteer Opportunity
Chemistry Lab Solution Specialist
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Participation:
Description
Position Title: Volunteer Chemistry Lab Solution Specialist
Department: Museum Education
Reports To: Chemistry Lab Coordinator & Turbine Hall Assistant Manager
Location: OMSI - Water Ave
POSITION SUMMARY: Visitors to the OMSI Chemistry Lab wear goggles and perform hands-on, wet chemistry experiments, view activities, and observe chemistry demonstrations. Volunteers who are comfortable with a rotating content schedule will enjoy this position!
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Interact with visitors to help them explore and engage with Chemistry Lab experiments and activities
● Prepare and maintain laboratory experiments, including the appearance and functionality of experiment stations
● Present various chemistry demonstrations, depending on comfort level, to a diverse audience of backgrounds and ages [Activity examples include Rocket Launch, Elephant Toothpaste, and Sugar Flares]
● Assist with other duties as assigned by Chemistry Lab Educators
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
● Passion for chemistry and committed to sharing accurate scientific information ● Able to listen and communicate with people of diverse backgrounds and age levels
● Able to maintain a calm, pleasant, and cheerful demeanor in a variety of atmospheres
● Self-directed and willing to take initiative
● Dependable, punctual, communicative, and able to commit to a regular schedule ● Willing to follow OMSI rules and procedures
SCHEDULE AND SUPPORT:
● Commitment to a regular weekly or biweekly schedule (either morning or afternoon).
● Attend the following trainings or classes provided by OMSI:
○ Volunteer Orientation & Emergency Protocols
○ Mandatory Reporter Training
○ Hazardous Communication Training
VOLUNTEER BENEFITS:
● Training opportunities and a lifelong learning experience
● Admission for the volunteer to the museum exhibits and attractions based on availability
● An OMSI Family Membership upon completion of 50 hours of volunteer service ● Discounts in the OMSI Science Store and onsite eateries
● The opportunity to connect with new people and learn more about OMSI
To apply or learn more, visit our website at www.omsi.edu/volunteer or contact Volunteer Engagement at 503.239.7814 or Volunteer@omsi.edu
Position Title: Volunteer Chemistry Lab Solution Specialist
Department: Museum Education
Reports To: Chemistry Lab Coordinator & Turbine Hall Assistant Manager
Location: OMSI - Water Ave
POSITION SUMMARY: Visitors to the OMSI Chemistry Lab wear goggles and perform hands-on, wet chemistry experiments, view activities, and observe chemistry demonstrations. Volunteers who are comfortable with a rotating content schedule will enjoy this position!
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Interact with visitors to help them explore and engage with Chemistry Lab experiments and activities
● Prepare and maintain laboratory experiments, including the appearance and functionality of experiment stations
● Present various chemistry demonstrations, depending on comfort level, to a diverse audience of backgrounds and ages [Activity examples include Rocket Launch, Elephant Toothpaste, and Sugar Flares]
● Assist with other duties as assigned by…
Location
OMSI
How to Apply
To apply or learn more, visit our website at www.omsi.edu/volunteer or contact Volunteer Engagement at 503.239.7814 or Volunteer@omsi.edu
To apply or learn more, visit our website at www.omsi.edu/volunteer or contact Volunteer Engagement at 503.239.7814 or Volunteer@omsi.edu
